Chapelle Russell was born on January 20,1997 and is an American professional football linebacker for the Birmingham Stallions of the United Football League.
12 Facts About Chapelle Russell
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Chapelle Russell endured ACL surgery during his redshirt freshman year at Temple but was named Temple's Male Comeback Player of the Year in 2018.
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In 2019, Chapelle Russell recorded 72 tackles with nine tackles for loss and three pass breakups.
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At the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Chapelle Russell ran the 40-yard dash in 4.69 seconds, did 21 reps of 225 pounds in the bench press, and recorded a 35-inch vertical leap.
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Chapelle Russell was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the seventh round with the 241st overall pick in the 2020 NFL draft.
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Chapelle Russell was waived by the Buccaneers during final roster cuts on September 5,2020, and was signed to the practice squad the following day.
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Chapelle Russell was promoted to the active roster on October 13,2020.
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On January 11,2021, Chapelle Russell was claimed off waivers by the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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On September 1,2022, Chapelle Russell was signed to the Pittsburgh Steelers practice squad.
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Chapelle Russell was signed by the Washington Commanders on August 20,2024.
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On December 5,2024, Chapelle Russell signed with the Birmingham Stallions of the United Football League.
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Chapelle Russell was known as Chapelle Cook until changing his last name to Russell to honor his deceased father.